Travel CT Technologist
New Orleans, LA
WCS Healthcare Partners
5x8 hrs

Summary

Join our dynamic team at WCS Healthcare Partners as a CT Technologist in the vibrant city of New Orleans, LA. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art imaging facility, where you will play a crucial role in patient care and diagnostic imaging. New Orleans, known for its rich culture, music, and cuisine, provides an exciting backdrop for both work and leisure.

Responsibilities

• Assist the team in patient setup and prep before the procedures and take down/clean up post-procedure using safe patient transfer and positioning techniques.
• Documentation in procedure log to reflect accurate procedure and interventions to ensure accurate billing and charge capture.
• Operates radiographic fluoroscopy equipment to obtain diagnostic images of coronary artery disease and peripheral vascular disease.
• Hemodynamic monitoring of patient during procedure and reporting values to performing physician.
• Monitors delivery of radiation dose to patient to achieve safe delivery with minimal exposure to staff.
• Transmit, archive, and retrieve digital images in picture archiving and communicating systems (PACS).
• Performs quality control standards by using the optimum diagnostic imaging and performing regular maintenance of fluoroscopy equipment.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions, and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience as an allied health professional.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Registered Radiologic Technologist in the state of practice AND registration from The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Associate degree in Radiologic Sciences required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Strong interpersonal skills and detail-oriented; experience performing complex tasks which may be hazardous to the patient's welfare and skills to detect equipment malfunctions.
• Ability to work flexible schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).